For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,712 students in 72601, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72601, AR are Harrison Middle School, Skyline Heights Elementary School and Forest Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72601 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72601, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72601, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harrison Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1125 Goblin Dr
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-9764
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-9764
Grades: 5-8
| 858 students
Rank: #22.
Skyline Heights Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1120 W Holt Ave
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5821
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5821
Grades: 1-4
| 468 students
Rank: #33.
Forest Heights Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1124 So Tamarind St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5837
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5837
Grades: 1-4
| 386 students
72601, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
500 No Chestnut St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
515 So Pine St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-3496
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-3496
Grades: 7-9
| 591 students
520 E Womack St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-2122
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-2122
Grades: K-4
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72601, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72601, AR include Harrison Middle School, Skyline Heights Elementary School and Forest Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72601?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72601.
What is the racial composition of students in 72601?
72601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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